Steve Tanko is a life-long resident of the Northland. He was born on the Iron Range and has lived in the Twin Ports all of his adult years. He first started working for the company that owns this radio station in 1993. Although you hear him in the afternoons on KOOL 101.7, his primary role for the company is Regional Production Manager - writing and producing the commercials you hear. He's married with one son. In his free time, Steve enjoys cooking, collecting records (primarily classic country), and studying history and politics. He is also very involved in the community, volunteering time for a variety of boards and committees.
Steve Tanko
Wisconsin Legislators Seek To Extend Medicaid To New Moms For One Full Year After Birth
Wisconsin lawmakers are looking to extend Medicaid health coverage for new moms from 60 days to one full year after giving birth. The legislation currently has bipartisan support.
Frozen Strawberry Recall Details – Sold At Aldi, Costco, Other Stores In Minnesota + Wisconsin
A voluntary recall has been issued for frozen strawberries sold at a variety of stores in Minnesota and Wisconsin including Aldi, Costco, and Trader Joe's.
Lane Closures For I-35 In Duluth Scheduled For March 24-26
A series of weekend lane closures will affect drivers in Duluth along I-35 within the Twin Ports Interchange project March 24 through March 26.
Minnesota Cracks Down On Catalytic Converter Theft With New Law Requiring ID Numbers For Scrap Sale
A new Minnesota law goes into effect this summer, making it harder for criminals to sell the catalytic converters they steal off of vehicles.
Nurse Staffing Bill Advances Through Minnesota Legislature, Would Establish Review Committees At Every Hospital
The Minnesota Legislature has advanced two bills that would require every hospital in the state to establish nurse staffing review committees.
Eveleth Drug Bust Suspect In Country Illegally, Faces Deportation
A drug bust in Eveleth has resulted in charges for two individuals. One of the suspects was in the country illegally and faces deportation.
St. Louis County ‘Retires’ COVID-19 Dashboard – Signaling The End Of A Chapter, Here’s A Look Back With Statistics
As we approach the three year mark - and with three consecutive months of low case levels - St. Louis County has retired their COVID-19 Dashboard. They also offered some interesting local statistics.
Fed Halts Death Penalty Sentence For Minnesota Man Convicted In Dru Sjodin Kidnapping + Murder
The U.S. Attorney General reversed an earlier decision, deciding instead to not seek the death penalty for the Minnesota man convicted in the Dru Sjodin kidnapping and murder.
Duluth Mall Roof Collapse Forces Relocation Of St. Louis County Auditor Service Center
The roof collapse at the Miller Hill Mall in Duluth has forced the temporary relocation of the St. Louis County Auditor Service Center location.
Superior + Duluth Parents: Don’t Miss The Next Car Seat Clinic Happening April 6
Parents, grandparents, and caretakers are invited to the next free Car Seat Clinic being offered at the Superior Fire Department's Headquarters on Tower Avenue.
Superior Fire Department Changes Hiring Policy To Attract More Female Applicants
The Superior Fire Department is changing its hiring policy to attract more female applicants for its open positions.
Maple School Board Decides Against Second Grade Consolidation Decision
The Maple School Board voted to change its original decision to consolidate Iron River second graders to Northwestern Elementary. The board went with other cuts instead.